Build‑Your‑Own Comes to Skibo: QDOBA Opens First Fayetteville Location, More Sites Teed Up
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. A fast‑growing national brand has planted its flag on Skibo. QDOBA Mexican Eats has opened its first Fayetteville restaurant, a move that brings the chain’s customizable bowls, burritos, and more into the Sandhills. At a ribbon‑cutting on Tuesday, Nov. 25,...
2 arrested, including teen shot, in deadly Harnett County drive-by shooting, court records show
CAMERON, N.C. (WNCN) — Two suspects were arrested Tuesday in a deadly drive-by shooting in Harnett County over the weekend, including one of the teenagers who was shot, court records show. According to the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report around 3:45 p.m. on Sunday that...
KINSTON: 19 year old arrested in attempted murder investigation
KINSTON, N.C. (WNCT) — Law enforcement officers with the Kinston Police Department have made an arrest in an attempted murder investigation from November 21. On November 21, officers were called to the Circle K on North Heritage Street when reports of a gunshot victim were made. Once officers arrived they found 59...
Two Cumberland County students hit by car while crossing street
The students were in a crosswalk on Fayetteville Tech's campus when they were struck by a vehicle.
New Hanover Co. Chief Health and Human Services Officer takes job in Cumberland County
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - The chief officer of New Hanover County Health and Human Services is leaving to join Cumberland County. According to Cumberland County, Tufanna Bradley will be its new assistant county manager. “Bradley brings more than 25 years of combined experience in government, nonprofit...
Cumberland County Public Health Director to Step Down; Interim Leadership Announced for Local Residents
Dr. Jennifer Green will step down as director of the Cumberland County Department of Public Health in Fayetteville, N.C., on December 19, 2025. Assistant County Manager Heather Skeens will serve as Interim Public Health Director after that date.
UPDATE: Arrests made in November 21 shooting investigation
On November 21, 2025, at approximately 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at the Circle K on N. Herritage Street. Upon arrival, officers located 59-year-old Thomas Watson suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. EMS transported Watson to ECU Health for treatment.
North Carolina teen accused of bringing loaded gun to school
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — A 17-year-old Red Springs High School student has been detained after a gun was brought on campus, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday. Authorities are investigating after a loaded .40 caliber handgun was found on campus Tuesday morning, the sheriff’s office said. The gun...
Fayetteville named a top 10 small city for Veteran entrepreneurs
The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans in their transition from service to success in civilian life, announced the findings of its annual study on the top U.S. cities for Veteran entrepreneurs. The Foundation's Veteran Entrepreneur Program, which...
Nationally known acts among 8 new performances announced for Fayetteville
Cumberland County's Crown Complex recently announced eight newly scheduled performances and events. The Crown will host a range of productions from an anime festival to a monster truck tour. These aren't the only upcoming events taking place at the Crown. Other upcoming shows include the Harlem Globetrotters on March...

















